Has your cat been diagnosed with Feline AIDS (FIV+)? Feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV), just like HIV in people, attacks the immune system and makes cats more susceptible to secondary infections. FIV+ cats can live for years especially with natural treatments for immune support and a holistic approach. Home remedies for FIV cats can boost the immune system. These supplements, when combined with proper diet, can help with the quality & longevity of your kitty's life. Ask Ariel can help you learn about the symptoms and treatments for FIV positive cats. Our natural remedies such as the Immune Support Kit are tasteless and easy to administer. Please click on the link to learn more or email us at support@AskAriel.com We look forward to helping your FIV positive cat feel better!
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Saturday, July 13, 2019
Has your cat been diagnosed with Feline AIDS (FIV+)? Feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV), just like HIV in people, attacks the immune system and makes cats more susceptible to secondary infections. FIV+ cats can live for years especially with natural treatments for immune support and a holistic approach. Home remedies for FIV cats can boost the immune system. These supplements, when combined with proper diet, can help with the quality & longevity of your kitty's life. Ask Ariel can help you learn about the symptoms and treatments for FIV positive cats. Our natural remedies such as the Immune Support Kit are tasteless and easy to administer. Please click on the link to learn more or email us at support@AskAriel.com We look forward to helping your FIV positive cat feel better!
Tuesday, September 11, 2018
Kittens and cats can get viruses such as FeLV, FIV and feline herpes. Viruses can weaken their immunity making them more susceptible to infections. Kitties with viruses can have chronic health problems such as sneezing, upper respiratory infections, eye discharge and lethargy. Using a holistic approach along with conventional treatments from your veterinarian can reduce flare ups and improve your kitty’s quality of life. Diet and nutrition play a big role in immunity as feeding cats a hypoallergenic, low carbohydrate diet can be helpful. Also Power Probiotic and the Immune Support Kit (contains three tasteless, liquid drops) have been an essential part of helping cats feel better too.
Immune Support Kit – The Immune Support Kit is very helpful for cats with sneezing and upper respiratory infections. It contains three tasteless liquid immune support formulas:
- Easy to use drops (with minimal smell and taste - no alcohol)
- Fight infections to reduce nasal discharge and sneezing
- Clears up sinuses, nasal tract and improves breathing
- Gentle, natural formulas that can safely be used on an ongoing basis
- Supports your pet's own immune system to reduce viral flareups or asthma attacks
Silver Immune Support for Pets - Broad spectrum antimicrobial that can be used along with antibiotics. Safe for young kittens with upper respiratory infections too. AKA "The Germinator"
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
Dear Dr Gordon: I have a 3 year old Maine Coon cat that has a constant odor coming from the mouth. When I took him to the vet, she was able to look into the back of the mouth and show me my cat’s throat. I couldn’t believe what I was seeing. The back of my cat’s throat was raw and the gum tissue around the teeth was very red. The doctor convinced me to put my cat under anesthesia and biopsy the back part of the throat. All the teeth were cleaned and the biopsy revealed a disease (which I can’t remember) that the doctor says has no cure. I am worried that my cat will suffer his entire life with this sore mouth. Is there anything else that I can do? PB
Dear P.B.
Although it is possible that your cat may have some type of cancer in the back of the mouth (a disease that has no cure), I am hoping it is something else. You probably would have remembered if the doctor had said that your cat has a form of throat cancer. I suspect that the biopsy may have revealed a syndrome we see in a certain percentage of pure breed and mixed breed cats, called lymphocytic and/or plasmacytic stomatitis. Please call the doctor to get the name of the disease, for that can affect treatment and outcome.
It is essential to use immune support such as Power Probiotic for your kitty to feel better. Probiotics can help restore the natural flora in the mouth and throughout the digestive tract.
Let’s dissect the words describing this syndrome. Stomatitis is an inflammation or infection in the mouth. Ok, so far so good. Lymphocytic and/or plasmacytic is a descriptive term illustrating the type of inflammatory cells that are migrating to this inflamed area.
What causes this infection/inflammation to occur in certain cats and not others? We are not sure.
Some viral infections are suspected of increasing the cat’s susceptibility to this disease. Your cat should be checked for the Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV or Feline Aids virus) and the Feline Leukemia Virus. I suspect your doctor has already done this. If not, get it done. The virus does not cause the disease but makes cats more vulnerable to the disease. Others speculate that certain cats (ones that are genetically predisposed), are having an exuberant response to antigens or foreign invaders in the mouth. The suspected culprits are the bacteria inhabiting the tooth roots of some of these cats.
The syndrome is first recognized in fairly young cats that have halitosis (very bad breath, trouble swallowing, lack of appetite, and sometimes gagging). Examination of the teeth and back part of the throat reveals areas of extreme inflammation. It looks (and I am sure feels) like the worst sore throat you have ever had your entire life.
How is this dealt with? If the cat is FIV or FeLV positive, steps should be taken to insure your cat stays indoors and does not expose other cats to the disease. Oral antibiotics and frequent dental cleanings will help keep the mouth in good shape. Although controversial, acupuncture, interferon and lactoferrin can be used to improve the condition of the cat’s lesions. Supplements that we have seen help include Not Drops and Power Probiotic If the cat is negative for these viruses, most veterinarians will use some type of strong immunosuppressive drug (like corticosteroids or others) to calm down the inflammation and analgesics to relieve the pain.
Although it may sound very extreme, sometimes full mouth extraction of the teeth is the only thing that will bring about relief and return the cat to a decent quality of life. I have seen several cases over the years that have completely resolve only by removing all of the teeth. Most veterinarians will only do this as a last resort, when all other therapies have failed after repeated attempts. I personally have been reluctant to recommend this procedure because it is difficult for the pet in the short term, expensive for the owner, and time consuming for the doctor. The long term success rate, however, leads me to believe that this may be the only thing that will save the cat from life-long pain and suffering.
Dear P.B.
Although it is possible that your cat may have some type of cancer in the back of the mouth (a disease that has no cure), I am hoping it is something else. You probably would have remembered if the doctor had said that your cat has a form of throat cancer. I suspect that the biopsy may have revealed a syndrome we see in a certain percentage of pure breed and mixed breed cats, called lymphocytic and/or plasmacytic stomatitis. Please call the doctor to get the name of the disease, for that can affect treatment and outcome.
It is essential to use immune support such as Power Probiotic for your kitty to feel better. Probiotics can help restore the natural flora in the mouth and throughout the digestive tract.
Let’s dissect the words describing this syndrome. Stomatitis is an inflammation or infection in the mouth. Ok, so far so good. Lymphocytic and/or plasmacytic is a descriptive term illustrating the type of inflammatory cells that are migrating to this inflamed area.
What causes this infection/inflammation to occur in certain cats and not others? We are not sure.
Some viral infections are suspected of increasing the cat’s susceptibility to this disease. Your cat should be checked for the Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV or Feline Aids virus) and the Feline Leukemia Virus. I suspect your doctor has already done this. If not, get it done. The virus does not cause the disease but makes cats more vulnerable to the disease. Others speculate that certain cats (ones that are genetically predisposed), are having an exuberant response to antigens or foreign invaders in the mouth. The suspected culprits are the bacteria inhabiting the tooth roots of some of these cats.
The syndrome is first recognized in fairly young cats that have halitosis (very bad breath, trouble swallowing, lack of appetite, and sometimes gagging). Examination of the teeth and back part of the throat reveals areas of extreme inflammation. It looks (and I am sure feels) like the worst sore throat you have ever had your entire life.
How is this dealt with? If the cat is FIV or FeLV positive, steps should be taken to insure your cat stays indoors and does not expose other cats to the disease. Oral antibiotics and frequent dental cleanings will help keep the mouth in good shape. Although controversial, acupuncture, interferon and lactoferrin can be used to improve the condition of the cat’s lesions. Supplements that we have seen help include Not Drops and Power Probiotic If the cat is negative for these viruses, most veterinarians will use some type of strong immunosuppressive drug (like corticosteroids or others) to calm down the inflammation and analgesics to relieve the pain.
Although it may sound very extreme, sometimes full mouth extraction of the teeth is the only thing that will bring about relief and return the cat to a decent quality of life. I have seen several cases over the years that have completely resolve only by removing all of the teeth. Most veterinarians will only do this as a last resort, when all other therapies have failed after repeated attempts. I personally have been reluctant to recommend this procedure because it is difficult for the pet in the short term, expensive for the owner, and time consuming for the doctor. The long term success rate, however, leads me to believe that this may be the only thing that will save the cat from life-long pain and suffering.
Thursday, May 10, 2018
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| Marten courtesy of @PeculiarPanther |
"Mom gave me this Silver Immune Support spray when my meow was weird. I didn’t even notice it because it has no taste, and my meow was back to normal in a few days. Mom also gives this to Marshmellow when she’s having a herpes outbreak, and it seems to help a lot. It’s pretty great stuff!"
Marten (and Mom Erin)
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Silver Immune Support Formula is an all-natural, easy to use, natural home remedy to help your pet recover from a bacterial infection or viral flareup. Key benefits of this natural supplement that is so helpful for cats with sore throats, viruses such as feline herpes and FIV:
Broad spectrum antimicrobial (especially anti-bacterial)
Anti-inflammatory effect due to reducing the viral, bacteria or fungal infection
Non-toxic
Immune system support
Can be used along with antibiotics
Very well tolerated by even tiny pets
Does not kill off friendly bacteria (as antibiotics do)
Disrupts viral replication
Silver Immune works well with QuentaSAN and NotaSAN drops and can be purchased by itself or in our Immune Support Kit packaged at a discount price.
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